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As mentioned above, pre-seed Fertilisers have more phosphorus content than general Fertilisers with more nitrogen content.

Note: This process starts two weeks before your event. Take before/after pictures of your dark green lawn to relish your success. Step 1: Mowing & lawn stripesYou can apply Westland SafeLawn every three weeks between February and September, but it’s advised not to use during either a drought or when the ground is frosted over. This 5.25kg bag should provide 150m² of lawn coverage. Ideally, you should fertilise in the Summer to protect against dry periods and intensive use. But seasons are unpredictable in the UK, so you may reasonably expect a warm, balmy Autumn.We recommend the final feed of the year at the end of the autumn before the temperature drops below 5 degrees and the plant goes into its winter dormancy. Which lawn feed do you need? Right after the first cut of the new grass, which is around six to eight weeks, you can apply the pre-seed Fertiliser again for the second feed if you have left over or being to feed with regular lawn fertiliser. Despite the name, you can apply a pre-turf fertiliser a few weeks before laying turf or even up to 6 weeks after laying turf for best results.

After about a week the ground started to turn brown and i had killed it off in that particular section. Whether hoping to fix a sparse lawn or trying to revitalise dead grass, when lawns are in desperate need of attention, reliable and fast-acting products can make all the difference. Miracle-Gro is a well-renowned company for a reason, and their Water Soluble Lawn Food is easy to apply with a sprayer or watering can, often creating visibly greener lawns in just three days. Nitrogen is a crucial nutrient in spring lawn feed, and you want it to be present in higher amounts than phosphorous and potassium. It’s a product that helps preserve the natural appearance of the lawn, for those gardeners who like having daisies and clover poking through as well. Miracle-Gro EverGreen improves the health of the grass but doesn’t contain any weed killing properties. Liquid feeds need to be diluted with water. They should be applied to the lawn using a watering can with a fine rose or a liquid-fertiliser spreader.

With relatively large granules, measuring between 2 – 3 mm, the Nutrigrow Granular Fertiliser is easy to spread, but it can take a lot of watering to persuade it to dissolve. This may involve watering the lawn several times a day, or using sprinklers to encourage the nutrients to sink into the soil.

With an NPK ratio of 9-7-7, it contains the expected nutrients for a springtime lawn feed – slightly higher quantities of nitrogen compared to phosphorous and potassium. It works reliably, achieving good results in approximately 4 – 6 weeks. All good pre-turfing fertilisers (also called pre-seed fertiliser) have one thing in common – high phosphorus content. A liquid lawn food requires the effort of working out quantities and diluting upfront, but then once you have sprayed it on your lawn, your work is done. All you require is a hose, watering can, or sprayer. Additional FeaturesAnother option is Hard Wearing Lawn Grass Seed which is a premium, hard wearing lawn seed mixture with easy fast germination and rapid establishment. Pre-turf fertilisers contain less nitrogen than regular lawn feeds but are high in phosphorus which is the nutrient responsible for root development and growth Well, that’s what lawn feed can do. Of course, there are some products which are just lawn food, and some which will also deal with weeds and/or moss. It’s up to you to choose which is most appropriate for your situation. But whatever you go with, I’m sure you won’t be disappointed. Value for Money

Granular fertilisers, on the other hand, are applied dry and watered into the soil after spreading. Are you thinking about getting a darkish green grass lawn overnight? Actually, it is impossible. You will need to make sure that you are following the correct ways to get that vibrant colour. As mentioned, the best lawn feeds for spring will have a reasonably high nitrogen content – you would expect a high ratio of nitrogen to phosphorous/potassium. This is to take advantage of the grass’ potential to grow in springtime. Phosphorous Regular garden fertilisers are often high in nitrogen (the nutrient responisble for green growth) however, for new grass seed and turf this isn’t what we want.

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If the grass is iron deficient and your lawn is turning yellow, this is a surefire way to revive it. Step 5: The final mow and cleanup Matt suggests “applying a pre-seed Fertiliser at least 1 week before turfing or seeding so the nutrients are ready in the soil” however, you can successfully apply Seed Start anytime up to 6 weeks after laying new turf/ Should I Seed or Fertilise First? Nevertheless, it’s also important to know that too much phosphorous can also be a problem. Phosphorous builds up in soil and if there is too much of it, it can stop plant’s from being able to extract other necessary nutrients from the ground. Potassium The EverGreen Complete Watersmart formula offers standout protection for your lawn from drought conditions by ensuring that all water is absorbed. It also helps your grass be resistant to heat and other stresses through the warmer months. However, regular Fertilisers can be a bit too harsh, and they are suitable for grass blade development, which is the next stage.